Life Kit The connecting power of 'magical questions'
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May 13, 2025 
Priya Parker, a conflict resolution facilitator and author of 'The Art of Gathering,' shares her insights on transforming social gatherings. She introduces 'magical questions' designed to spark meaningful conversations, like asking about paths not taken. Parker emphasizes intentionality in planning events to foster genuine connections, allowing participants to share their stories and vulnerabilities. By creating a space for openness, these questions can ignite deeper interactions, turning casual mixers into memorable experiences.
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Use Magical Questions for Connection
- Use magical questions to spark deep, meaningful conversations in any gathering.
- Make questions specific, interesting to everyone, and invite storytelling to reveal people's complexity.
Complicate to Connect
- Magical questions complicate the individual instead of reducing everyone to sameness.
- They reveal layers of personality and life experiences, fostering richer connection.
Follow Up to Deepen Connection
- Use follow-up questions about people’s answers to deepen connections.
- Shared experiences like concerts can create mutual understanding and camaraderie.
